Order of the Government of Maharashtra restricting the use of fishing gear and certain mechanized fishing vessels in specified areas (No.FDX-1481/22167/181/12-ADF).

Country/Territory: India
Territorial subdivision: Maharashtra
Document type: Regulation
Date: 1983
Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Subject: Fisheries
Keyword: Fishery management and conservation Fishing gear/fishing method Fishing vessel Territorial sea Seasons Marine fisheries
Geographical area: Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia

Abstract: This Order restricts the use of mechanized fishing vessels for fishing and the use of certain fishing gear during specific seasons and within the territorial waters as specified in the text.
Full text: English
Website: indianlegal.icsf.net

References - Legislation

Implements

Maharashtra Marine Fishing Regulation Act, 1981 (Act No. LIV of 1981).

Legislation | India | 1981 (2012)

Keyword: Marine fisheries, Fishery management and conservation, Registration, Data collection/reporting, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, Basic legislation, Authorization/permit

Source: FAO, FAOLEX